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Local Living Italy - Tuscany Garfagnana

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Duration
7 days
Countries
Italy
Activity
moderate

The adventure

The difference between a tourist and a traveller? Tourists visit. Travellers explore. And once you’ve seen, smelled, felt, and tasted northern Tuscany, you’ll want to devour as much of it as possible. This journey into Garfagnana – one of Tuscany's most breathtaking regions – offers plenty of exercise for mind, body, and soul alike. Over seven days, you’ll explore the unspoiled mountains by day, learn to prepare delicious local cuisine in the evening, and put your feet up at the end of it all to soak in the simple pleasures of country life.

At a glance

Duration
7 days
Route
Rome → Garfagnana
Countries
Italy
Activity level
moderate
Style
Food & Drink, Local Living & Homestays, Rail Journeys, Trekking & Hiking
Group size
Ask
Flights
Not included
Solo travellers
Welcome

Where you'll go

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Day by day

View of a historic hilltop town surrounded by lush greenery under cloudy skies.
Your journey through

Italy

Day 1Arrival dayArrivalWe highly recommend arriving a day early to experience everything that this incredible city has to offer.
We highly recommend arriving a day early to experience everything that this incredible city has to offer.
Day 2Enjoy a local Italian breakfast before taking…Rome
The Colosseum stands majestically amidst bustling Rome, an iconic remnant of ancient architecture.Rome
Enjoy a local Italian breakfast before taking an orientation walk around Rome. Travel by train to Tuscany and transfer to the local villa, which is home for the rest of the week. Take a short walk to the village of Sambuca.
Map showing Rome
Day 3Enjoy an orientation walk of Castelnuovo…GarfagnanaSettle in and explore Castelnuovo di Garfagnana. Enjoy the daily Tuscan village life at your own pace. Choose from the many trattorias in town to try some delicious rustic Italian fare, or opt to visit the Rocca dell’Ariosto castle, the local Duomo, or the fortress of Mont’Alfonso d’Este. Afterwards return to the villa in the afternoon for a tasting of local wines paired with typical foods from the region with a sommelier before dinner. Salute!
Panoramic view of the snow-capped Swiss Alps under a clear blue sky.Garfagnana
Settle in and explore Castelnuovo di Garfagnana. Enjoy the daily Tuscan village life at your own pace. Choose from the many trattorias in town to try some delicious rustic Italian fare, or opt to visit the Rocca dell’Ariosto castle, the local Duomo, or the fortress of Mont’Alfonso d’Este. Afterwards return to the villa in the afternoon for a tasting of local wines paired with typical foods from the region with a sommelier before dinner. Salute!
Day 4After a short transferAfter arriving at Pania della Croce, explore the town before starting your hike in the Apuan region. This easy hike takes you through the Tuscan countryside along different paths following a natural stone wall enjoying the view en route. Enjoy a picnic lunch of local produce.
After arriving at Pania della Croce, explore the town before starting your hike in the Apuan region. This easy hike takes you through the Tuscan countryside along different paths following a natural stone wall enjoying the view en route. Enjoy a picnic lunch of local produce.
Day 5Travel into the mountains toward the charming medieval…Take in the breathtaking views of historic San Pellegrino. Opt to continue wandering around town, visit the museum, or visit the Sanctuary of San Pellegrino and San Bianco. Alternatively, head off for a 2 hour easy-moderate hike along rolling terrain in the afternoon. Afterwards, travel to meet a local farmer, learn how bread is made, and pair fresh samples with local olive oil. Return to the villa to unwind with a glass of wine.
Take in the breathtaking views of historic San Pellegrino. Opt to continue wandering around town, visit the museum, or visit the Sanctuary of San Pellegrino and San Bianco. Alternatively, head off for a 2 hour easy-moderate hike along rolling terrain in the afternoon. Afterwards, travel to meet a local farmer, learn how bread is made, and pair fresh samples with local olive oil. Return to the villa to unwind with a glass of wine.
Day 6Enjoy a day trip to Lucca including an orientation walk with the CEO
Enjoy a day trip to Lucca including an orientation walk with the CEO.
Day 7A transfer back to Castelnuovo di Garfagnana train…
Panoramic view of the snow-capped Swiss Alps under a clear blue sky.Garfagnana
A transfer back to Castelnuovo di Garfagnana train station is provided in the morning. Depart in the afternoon.

Discover Italy

A glimpse of the destination you'll explore.

Picturesque landscape of Lake Garda with a distant island under a summer sky.
Overcast day in Tuscan hills featuring cypress trees and traditional stone house.
A picturesque town nestled by cliffs on the Amalfi Coast, Italy.
Picturesque view of Tuscany's rolling hills, vineyards, and Italian villas under a clear summer sky.
Beautiful view of Ponte Sant'Angelo spanning the Tiber River in Rome, Italy under a clear sky.
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